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December 7, 2023

Records shattered again as more Iowans seek help with food

In November, Food Bank of Iowa distributed a record 2.15 million pounds of food, topping the previous record set in October 2020 during the height of the pandemic.

November 7, 2023

You help during hard times

Charla is known in her community as “a worker,” which is why she was devastated to recently lose her job.

November 7, 2023

You fuel families

Juan moved his entire family to Iowa for the promise of a new job. When that promise wasn’t met, friends…

August 28, 2023

You give neighbors hope

Stephen is a hardworking father who does everything in his power to provide for his two sons, ages 12 and…

August 28, 2023

You’re fueling our future!

Becket, Bella and Elijah are about to start a new school year, and a community of support is going with…

August 28, 2023

Thank you for strengthening Tony’s family

Tony’s priorities as a father and grandfather are clear — provide for his family and spend quality time with them.

August 16, 2023

School pantries support families, help fill hunger gap

Food Bank of Iowa CEO Michelle Book shares the valuable support school pantries provide as students head back to class this fall.

First Lutheran Church food pantry in Clarion

July 28, 2023

Food Bank of Iowa serves record number in FY2023

Food Bank of Iowa ended fiscal year 2023 breaking every record in its 41-year history. Among the 55 counties it serves, Food Bank of Iowa distributed 21 million pounds of food, or the equivalent of 17.5 million meals.